2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Vivant | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1488 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
